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Mount Maunganui is a seaside resort town which sits under an extinct volcanic cone of the same name (it is now officially known by its Maori name, Mauao). The Mount, as it’s locally known, is famous for its surf and swimming beaches and is the first place in New Zealand to have an artificial reef installed. The reef creates bigger, more consistent waves throughout the year.
Mount Maunganui is a great place to relax for a couple of days, especially if you take advantage of its long stretch of beach.
Things to do
There are not many adventure activities in Mount Maunganui, the focus of the town is the beautiful beach and relaxation. There are some nice cafes and restaurants close to the beach and the mountain.
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Walking Tracks
There are two main walking tracks, the base track which takes you round the base of the mountain (about 30 minutes) and a track which takes you up to the summit of Mauao (about 45 minutes) for some amazing views of the whole town. The track is quite leisurely and most travellers should find it manageable.
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Hot Salt Water Pools
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Dolphin Swimming
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Surfing Lessons
Accommodation
We stayed at Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers. This was a really good hostel, we have never felt so special after only booking a double room (there were even sweets on the pillow). The room was spacious and had a sink. The communal kitchen was very large and both the kitchen and the bathrooms were clean. The hostel is located about 30 minutes walk from the mountain and about 15 minutes from the beach.